Demand and Supply Planning Assistant Specialist

About the role

Watsons Turkey is seeking a Demand and Supply Planning Assistant Specialist to support inventory management and forecasting across its extensive retail network. The role focuses on aligning stock levels with sales forecasts, promotional plans, and budget targets.

Key responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels in line with sales forecasts, growth targets, and budget objectives.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure optimal availability and prevent excess.
• Collaborate with the Merchandising team to develop accurate sales forecasts for promotions.
• Measure, analyze, and continuously improve forecast accuracy.
• Coordinate with suppliers on product import processes and monitor Supplier Service Levels.
• Work with internal stakeholders to improve inventory health, addressing slow‑moving or unhealthy stock.
• Optimize ordering patterns using minimum and optimal landed‑cost methodologies.

Required profile

• University degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
• 1‑2 years of experience in inventory or supply planning within a multinational environment.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong communication, teamwork, analytical and negotiation abilities.

Required skills

• MS Office applications
• ERP systems

What we offer

• Opportunity to work for a leading international health and beauty retailer.
• Dynamic, collaborative environment with growth potential.